1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1987 Buick Skylark is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 530 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Skylark | Caprice |
Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |